Market Risk Quantitative Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP015516/MOL

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Join a fast-paced team where innovation drives success, and every day brings new opportunities to grow. We’re looking for talented individuals who are eager to bring their passion and skills to a place that thrives on collaboration and forward-thinking. If you're ready to accelerate your career and be part of something dynamic, we want to hear from you!

POSITION INFO:
Develop and implement models to assess and manage market risks, such as price fluctuations in trading portfolios. They use statistical analysis and programming to identify trends, run stress tests, and ensure regulatory compliance. Their work supports decision-making by providing insights into potential risks and mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop tools to manage market, credit, and liquidity risks.
Automate risk measurement, reporting, and monitoring processes.
Source data to support risk tracking.
Collaborate with stakeholders on market risk management.
Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting risk management.

Education and Qualifications:

A quantitative degree (PhD, Master’s, or Honours).
5-10 years of experience in quantitative finance and programming.
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Visual Basic.
Strong skills in financial mathematics, modelling, and database management.

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